Rio De Janeiro Gay and Lesbian Vacations

Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro

Your gay Rio de Janeiro vacation

The Marvelous City should be squarely on the map of any gay world traveler. Bronzed muscle men prance up and down the gorgeous beaches wearing barely anything, as the dramatic backdrop of jutting verdant mountains looms in the background. For lesbian travelers, the women are just as luscious. Rio now has a renovated airport, a fast new highway to the city, and spruced-up parks and cleaned-up streets. The whole place oozes a casual vibe of sensuality, with a thumping samba beat as the soundtrack.

Best in Stay

LGBT Best in Stay Rio De Janeiro hotels

Nightly rates from $164

Hotel Olinda Rio

2 stars
3.8 / 5 24 reviews
Clean rooms, basic amenities at modest beachfront Copacabana hotelLocated at the heart of Copacabana Beach, the Olinda Othon Classic underwent a renovation in 2006 and boasts neoclassical design and clean, comfortable rooms. Just outside the front doors, guests can find great shopping, dining and entertainment in Copacabana. And from the hotel it is easy to visit attractions like Sugar Loaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and downtown Rio. Business guests of Olinda Othon Classic can appreciate modern conveniences such as high-speed Internet (fees apply) throughout the hotel and a small meeting space. Highlights Centrally located on Copacabana BeachOrnate lobby barComplimentary breakfastHigh-speed Internet access (fees apply) in public areas and guest rooms RoomsThe Olinda Othon Classic features 100 renovated guest rooms and suites, decorated in muted, neutral colors with clean lines and dark wood furnishings. Deluxe rooms and suites have balconies and ocean views. All accommodations come furnished with double beds or pairs of twin beds, and in-room amenities include air conditioning, telephones with voice mail, work desks, cable televisions with international channels, magnetic door locks, minibars, digital safes, hair-dryers, and high-speed Internet access (fees apply). FeaturesThe modest and updated Olinda Othon Classic sits at the heart of Copacabana, making it ideally located for exploring the surrounding area. Business travelers can find a business center with print, copy and fax services, and all guests will appreciate high-speed Internet access (fees apply) throughout the property. For meetings, the hotel operates a small event space that accommodates up to 100 guests. DiningThe hotel boasts an ornate lobby bar, a perfect spot to sip a drink and start the evening. For meals the Olinda Othon Classic offers complimentary breakfast each morning and the on-site restaurant serves meals using locally sourced ingredients. Transportation Santos Dumont Airport (6.1 mi/9.8 km)Galeao International Airport (15.9 mi/25.4 km) Attractions Copacabana Fort (1.7 mi/2.7 km)Ipanema Beach (2.8 mi/4.5 km)Sugar Loaf Mountain (4.1 mi/6.6 km)Christ the Redeemer statue (8.2 mi/13.1 km) Business Small meeting spaceBusiness servicesWi-Fi access (fees apply) Policies and fees Children under 18 years old are required to present identification at check-in and must be accompanied by both parents, guardians, or have permission of the Juvenile Court when traveling with others. In case one of the parents is not traveling with them, they must show his/her parent permission to travel with the person accompanying them.
Value 30% off per night
Nightly rates from $300

Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

4 stars
4.0 / 5 6 reviews
The Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana is located on the famous Copacabana beach and is considered one of the most prestigious hotels in Rio de Janeiro. It has 388 rooms with terraces, 66 rooms with Club Millesime services and offers excellent cuisine. Inthis luxurious Rio de Janeiro hotel, guests also have access to a convention and business center, two pools, an academy, two saunas and direct access to beauty parlors and shops.
Value 4th Night Free, seasonal fruits or flowers & more
Nightly rates from $293

JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro

5 stars
4.3 / 5 4 reviews
Rio de Janeiro is a state of mind - an endless celebration of life, exquisitely captured by the JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro, one of the premier Copacabana hotels in Brazil. Rio's magic can be enjoyed from the rooftop pool, with sweeping views of Sugar Loaf Mountain, Corcovado, and Christ the Redeemed, the most famous Rio de Janeiro attractions. Copacabana's newest 5-star Rio de Janeiro Brazil hotel, the JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro offers luxury accommodations wired with high-speed Internet access and designed for supreme comfort. For hours of rest and relaxation, visit our Rio de Janeiro Spa & Fitness Center. You will be tempted with the delicious menus of Terraneo with its Mediterranean cuisine or Taiyou Sushi Bar, which is one of the best Japanese restaurants in Rio de Janeiro. Should you need a luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro for social or business events, our elegant meeting and conference facilities provide our renowned JW Marriott services, fine catering and technology.
Value Rate includes breakfast
Nightly rates from $490

Hotel Marina All Suites

4 stars
Not yet reviewed
Well-equipped apartments with kitchenettes, Internet near Leblon BeachHotel Marina All Suites sits on Leblon Beach, the western half of famous Ipanema Beach, in one of the most lively and sophisticated neighborhoods of Rio de Janeiro. Hotel Marina All Suites offers kitchen-equipped suites near the great shopping, restaurants and nightlife of the Zona Sul, and from here it is easy to visit famous Rio attractions like Corcovado or Sugar Loaf Mountain. Highlights Waterfront location with beach services on popular Leblon BeachOcean-view swimming poolBusiness centerPrivate movie theaterWi-Fi access (fees apply) in public areas and guest rooms RoomsHotel Marina All Suites offers 38 suites in three sizes and amenity levels. Basic suites have single queen-size beds or pairs of twins, while the deluxe and club-floor suites feature king-size beds, and they all have living rooms with pullout sofas. Accommodations also feature kitchenettes, dining areas and en suite bathrooms. Guests can find work desk and high-speed Internet access, and other in-room amenities include TVs, stereos with CD players, minibars, air conditioning, dual-line phones with voice mail, and electronic safe boxes. FeaturesHotel Marina All Suites offers kitchen-equipped suites and basic business and leisure services overlooking the beach in Leblon. Guests can find beach equipment like chairs, towels and umbrellas, and the swimming pool offers beautiful views of the ocean. The hotel also offers massage services, a fitness center and a sauna. Hotel Marina All Suites provides an inclusive breakfast with some rooms, and guests can find on-site dining at the two bars/restaurants in the hotel. Business travelers can find computers and print, copy and fax services at the business center, and the hotel has Wi-Fi access (fees apply) throughout. Small business groups can meet in the executive boardroom, which seats up to 10 people. Transportation Santos Dumont Airport (8.9 mi/14.2 km)Galeao International Airport (16.5 mi/26.4 km) Attractions Botanical Gardens (1.5 mi/2.4 km)Copacabana Fort (2.6 mi/4.2 km)Copacabana Beach (4.9 mi/7.8 km)Sugar Loaf Mountain (7 mi/11.2 km)Christ the Redeemer statue (8.8 mi/14.1 km) Business Meeting roomBusiness center with computersWi-Fi access (fees apply) Policies and fees Children under 18 years old are required to present identification at check-in and must be accompanied by both parents, guardians, or have permission of the Juvenile Court when traveling with others. In case one of the parents is not traveling with them, they must show his/her parent permission to travel with the person accompanying them.
Nightly rates from $402

Relais & Chateaux Hotel Santa Teresa

5 stars
5.0 / 5 2 reviews
Located in the cultural and historical heart of Rio de Janeiro, the Hotel Santa Teresa is the city's newest Design Concept Hotel, considered one of the most beautiful hotels in South America. A historical coffee plantation mansion, located in the most noble area of Santa Teresa- cultural-historical heart of Rio de Janeiro. The boutique hotel was restored with charm and sophistication as an exclusive reference of Brazilian Tropical Design. More than an extraordinary hotel, the Hotel Santa Teresa offers peace-of-mind and safety to all guests with tropical gardens, panoramic pools, complete Natural SPA, a lounge bar classified as the most romantic in Rio de Janeiro and Tereze Restaurant with Franco-Brazilian gastronomy by Chef Damien Montecer. The decoration and architecture design of the hotel was inspired by the golden ages of coffee and cocoa, in the search for sophistication and elegance through the use of noble and ecological material from the land and culture of Brazil. Burnt cement, bordeaux or golden slate, red and dark tropical woods, banana tree fiber and other tropical adorning blend with contemporary design by Sergio Rodrigues, Rock Lane, Studio Vitty, Zemog and Oficina de Agosto. A thematic journey to the lands and roots of ethnic Brazil, the Xingu and Tupi Guarani Indians, Afro-Brazilian traditions and culture, offerings of Maranhao, St. Jorge Ogum, art work from Pernambuco and handicrafts from Piaui, sacred and mystical art from Bahia and the origins of Rio de Janeiro. From all rooms and the gardens, panoramic views of the city, the harbor and bay of Rio. The SPA at the Hotel Santa Teresa combines luxury and sophistication with natural elements to provide an ambiance of tranquility and harmony. Walls and ceiling of eucalyptus wood intertwined with vine, furniture and design pieces by Studio Vitty at the relaxation area contrast with modern ceramic and white-tiled treatment rooms each with individual music and temperature controls and utmost comfort for world-class therapeutic and beauty treatments. Highly trained, professional staff provide a wide array of treatments while an exclusive partnership with Eco-Amazonian Natura products, ensures complete satisfaction. The hotel is winner of the following awards: BRAZILS BEST HOTELS - STAY LIST 2011 - NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC BEST HOTEL IN SOUTH AMERICA - CONDE NAST TRAVELLER HOT LIST 2009 THE PANORAMIC LOFT SUITE - WORLDS BEST HOTEL SUITE - ALLPAPER MAGAZINE Additional Charges: BRL 7.00 PER ROOM/PER NIGHT = THIS IS THE TOURISM TAX AND IS OPTIONAL TO THE GUEST, SO SHOULD BE NOT BE COLLECTED IN ADVANCE, IN CASE THE GUEST IS HAPPY TO PAY FOR IT, THE HOTEL WILL CHARGE IT ON THE CHECK OUT.
Value Free Breakfast Included
Nightly rates from $342

Sheraton Rio Hotel and Resort

4 stars
3.5 / 5 17 reviews
Unrivaled luxury and amenities overlooking the water near Leblon BeachLocated between trendy Barra da Tijuca and Leblon Beach, the Sheraton Rio Hotel & Resort sits on lush, landscaped grounds, and boasts white-sand beach and the tropical Atlantic in front and towering mountains behind it. The property provides a complimentary shuttle between the hotel and local attractions. As one of the premier luxury beach resorts in Rio, the Sheraton Rio Hotel & Resort boasts extensive activities and business services, including high-speed Internet access (fees apply) and 14,000 square feet of event space. HighlightsBeachfront location at the west end of Leblon BeachLocal area shuttle serviceFamily-friendly with kids club, babysittingClub Lounge status upgrade optionWi-Fi access (fees apply) in public areas and some guest rooms RoomsThe Sheraton Rio Hotel & Resort offers 559 guest rooms and suites in a wide variety of sizes and layouts. All the guest rooms come with single kings, single queens or pairs of double beds, while the suites feature king-size beds and ample living spaces. All accommodations feature premium, hypoallergenic bedding, large baths with dressing tables, and private balconies. Other in-room amenities include stocked minibars, irons and ironing boards, cable televisions, safes, air conditioning, dual-line phones, and high-speed Internet access (fees apply). Features The Sheraton Rio Hotel & Resort has amenities and activities to suit all types of travelers, from families to business people. The hotel sits at the west end of Leblon Beach, where guests can find beach chairs and umbrellas, and the property also features three swimming pools and an open-air Jacuzzi. Other on-site amenities include a fitness center, kids club and a spa with massage and body treatments. For meals, guests can dine at four restaurants across the property -- there is also a pizza oven in the pool area. And business guests have access to a state-of-the-art business center, and they can stay connected with Wi-Fi access (fees apply) throughout the hotel. The Sheraton Rio Hotel & Resort makes an ideal destination for conferences and event with 15 meeting rooms, totaling 14,144 square feet of function space. Transportation Santos Dumont Airport (9.1 mi/14.6 km)Galeao International Airport (16.7 mi/26.7 km) AttractionsLeblon BeachGavea Golf Club (3.1 mi/5 km)Copacabana Beach (4 mi/6.4 km)Sugar Loaf Mountain (8 mi/12.9 km)Christ the Redeemer statue (10 mi/16.1 km) Business Fifteen meeting rooms, totaling 14,144 square feet of event spacePresentation equipment availableState-of-the-art business centerWi-Fi access (fees apply) Policies and fees Children under 18 years old are required to present identification at check-in and must be accompanied by both parents, guardians, or have permission of the Juvenile Court when traveling with others. In case one of the parents is not traveling with them, they must show his/her parent permission to travel with the person accompanying them.

Ipanema Plaza

2 stars
Not yet reviewed
The Ipanema Plaza Hotel is only 50 meters away from the beach, 5 minutes from Copacabana and it offers a variety of business and leisure option, with easy access to the financial center and to the airports. The 79 superior apartments of the Ipanema Plaza Hotel provide the guests with unique sophistication and comfort. The 39 De Luxe apartments are elegantly decorated and furnished. The 12 Junior Suites of the Ipanema Plaza Hotel are decorated and furnished according to the elegant international standards. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, safety deposit box, telephone, minibar, room service 24 hours..
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Rio De Janeiro highlights

  • World landmarks

    Of course there are the world-renowned sites: the rocky peak of Pao de Acucar (Sugarloaf), the enormous statue of Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) opening his arms high above the city, the Carmen Miranda museum featuring costumes of the Rio native, and the teeming Tijuca National Forest behind the city, said to be the largest urban forest in the world.

    To the market

    And don’t forget to browse through a feira livre, an open-air food market that sells an incredible variety of fruits, vegetables and meats. (The gayest market happens on Fridays at Praca Nossa Senhora da Paz in Ipanema.)

    Rio’s gayborhood

    The gayest part of Rio is the section of Ipanema called “Farme Gay” beach between Rua Farme de Amoedo and Rua Teixeira de Melo. Behind the beach, Rua Farme de Amoedo is the gayest street in town, with gay-popular restaurants, bars, cafes, shops and bookstores. The other gay sunning area is on the huge Copacabana Beach, at the foot of Rua Fernandes Mendes in front of the stately Copacabana Palace Hotel -- where you’ll even see transvestites joining the beach scene under rainbow flags.

    Carnival

    Of the many celebrations and events surrounding Carnival before Easter, there’s even a gay (and straight-popular) ball called O Grande Gala Gay at Scala in downtown. A traditional samba hall called Elite promotes other popular gay balls on Carnival Sunday and Monday. Gay neighborhood street parades include Banda de Ipanema and Banda da Carmen Miranda, which snake through Ipanema.

    New Years

    If you can’t make it for Carnival, then plan a New Year’s trip. Millions of city residents usher in the year by wearing white and rushing into the waves at midnight, throwing rose petals. It’s just as vibrant a scene as Carnival itself.

    Rio’s Pride

    Rio’s gay pride happens in later October or early November, and there are also periodic circuit pool parties throughout the year called Revolution. Needless to say, it’s hard not to have a good time in Rio.

Insider tips for Rio De Janeiro gay travel

  • Don’t freak out if you don’t know Portuguese

    A few words can be handy, but most Rio residents understand Spanish and, to a slightly lesser extent, English.

    Rio has one of the most happening lesbian scenes in South America

    There’s a lesbian dance club open almost every night of the week -- check the local gay newspaper Entre Nós for up-to-date listings.

    Don’t expect any gay-exclusive hotels

    Although Rio is super-popular with gays, it has no all-gay lodgings. But there are a plethora of mid- to high-end properties to choose from just steps away from Copacabana Beach, and to a lesser extent in Ipanema.

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